Altus, AR

Arkansas

Altus is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 857. Residents earn $37,656 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
857 Population 453/sq mi density
$37,656 Median Income $24,551 per capita
$110,500 Home Value
$657 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
809 Violent Crime/100K 1,348 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$37,656 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,500 home value, $657/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
809 violent crimes/100K (113% above avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,656
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,500
61% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 809/100K
113% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.3%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $657
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.4%
81% higher than US avg

How Altus Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population857
Median Age45.5 yrs
Density453/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

C+
Median Income$37,656
Per Capita$24,551
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty22.4%
County GDP$689M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,500
Rent$657
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent809/100K
Property1,348/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault809/100K
Burglary135/100K

Health

Obesity41.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.3%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain49.3 in/yr
Elevation534 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.3%
High School+80.8%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute15 min
Libraries2

Is Altus a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Altus receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Altus has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Altus is $37,656, 50% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 22.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Altus is $110,500, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $657 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 809 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,348 per 100,000, 31% below the national average.

Education

9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Altus enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Altus has a population of 857 with a density of 453 people per square mile. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.3%), with 11.6% Hispanic.

Population

857
Total Population
453
People / sq mi
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Altus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Altus vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Altus is $37,656, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Altus vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,656
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,551
Avg Weekly Wage$855
IRS Avg AGI$56,661

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.4%
81% above US avg
Establishments (County)394
County GDP$689M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare38
Retail57
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,474
58% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.2 min
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Altus is $110,500, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $657 (44% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,500
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$86
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio96.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$657
44% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$700
1 Bedroom$751
2 Bedrooms$944
3 Bedrooms$1,239
4 Bedrooms$1,406

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,474
58% below US avg
Effective Rate1.33%
In Altus, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.3% report depression. 35.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Altus vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes12.5%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure39.7%
Asthma11.1%
COPD10.4%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity35.6%
Depression29.3%
Mental Distress22.6%
Physical Distress18.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.9%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death12,985/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access66.7%
Healthcare Facilities38
Altus has a violent crime rate of 809 per 100,000 residents, 113% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,348 per 100,000 (31% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Altus vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent808.6/100K
113% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault808.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,347.7/100K
31% below US avg
Burglary134.8/100K
Theft1,078.2/100K
Vehicle Theft134.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Altus has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average60.7°F
12% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.3 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall2.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation534 ft (163 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density453/sq mi
Coordinates35.4468°N, 93.7644°W
County FIPS05047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.1%
D 17.7%

Winner: Republican by 62.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.3%
72% below US avg
High School+80.8%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density453/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities38
Restaurants27
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.2 min
Work from Home3.2%

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